Doggy Dan’s Online Dog Trainer review

Doggy Dan’s Online Dog Trainer review

The video dog training website Doggy Dan’s Online Dog Trainer is a top quality product. When you compare it to other sites, the value for money and content are fantastic.

For one thing, there are many more videos than on any other online dog training video site I’ve seen. And Dan updates the site with new footage on a regular basis too. There’s no filler material here either. All the videos are full of exceptional dog training information.

I should point out that the site has been running since 2009. This means some of the older videos are standard definition. Having said that, Dan is replacing all these older videos with high definition ones. Also, the standard definition videos are perfectly clear anyway. And of course, the quality of the training material they contain is far more important. And that quality really is top notch.

So let’s take a look of some of the key features of Doggy Dan’s Online Dog Trainer site that make it so good:

Endorsed by the NZSPCA

The first thing to mention is that the New Zealand Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (the NZSPCA) endorses the site. In fact, there is even a direct link from the NZSPCA’s own website promoting it to people who’ve just got a new dog. See the screenshot of the NZSPCA home page below for proof:

Huge amount of content

Doggy Dan’s Online Dog Trainer has more than 250 videos, a number which is growing all the time. This is much more than almost all other dog training video websites you can find.

This is certainly true for the price. Dog trainers of Dan’s quality will often charge about $35 for an hour long video. There’s about 20 hours of video training material in The Online Dog Trainer! So the price includes all the information you could ever want or need to train your dog.

Videos of real dog training consultations

One of the best features of The Online Dog Trainer website is that it uses real life footage of Doggy Dan in action.

Many sites just show videos of command work and theory. They contain little footage of dogs with serious behavioral problems.

This site is different. You can see in the videos of real live consultations that many of the dogs are hard to handle and need help.

Videos are more effective than books

A question I’m often asked is which is the most effective way of learning to train a dog: e-books or videos? In my opinion, there’s no comparison.

There’s no way the words in an e-book can explain things in the same way as a video can. With a video you can watch a top dog trainer as they explain why a dog is having such behaviorial issues. And then you can watch the transformation in the dog’s behavior as the trainer gets to work. No e-book can ever match this.

Another good thing about The Online Dog Trainer site is the videos aren’t over-edited. This means you can watch the whole consultation unfold. And so you get to see the full process and how Dan achieves the results he does. Again, you will never get the same in-depth experience from a book.

Positive training method and techniques

You’ll find there are many different styles of dog training used by different trainers. If you’re a reader of this site, you’ll know we recommend positive dog training. And that ties in with the methods used by Doggy Dan.

The techniques used by The Online Dog Trainer are calm and gentle. They’re also very effective though.

There are some dog training sites out there that still use aggressive training methods. This technique of scaring dogs into behaving is old fashioned and ineffective.

Other sites tend to focus too much on giving the dog rewards and treats. The problem with these methods is that you end up with the dog only behaving when you have a pocket full of treats.

The key technique used by Doggy Dan is to become the pack leader. This then means that the training doesn’t need to use intimidation or aggression. Nor does it need lots and lots of cheese and other treats!

Puppy training case study

One great feature of The Online Dog Trainer site that sets it apart from other online dog training video sites is the case study videos of Doggy Dan raising his own puppy Moses.

The videos show Dan raising this Border Collie X Labrador from the age of 8 weeks. Moses is now almost a year old and Dan adds new videos showing his development on a regular basis.

The videos track every stage of Moses’ development. As a result, you get to see all the command training as Moses grows into a remarkable dog. And you also get to see all puppy problems getting fixed.

This is a unique element that you won’t find on any other dog training video site and provides real value. It sets The Online Dog Trainer site apart from all others and I have to give it full marks for this section. See the video below for more information:

The forum

Another area of the site I’m impressed with is the forum. Here you’ll find Doggy Dan personally answering people’s questions.

There’s a big difference between getting an answer from an assistant and getting one from a leading dog trainer who has actually trained many dogs.

And you can see from Dan’s answers in the forum that he makes the effort to ensure you get the best advice all the time. This really adds to the experience of the site.

Audio files

You’ll also find some audio files in the site. These are well designed to complement the training videos.

They’re optional as the punchy videos provide the core lessons in a clear manner. But it can make a nice change once you’ve watched a video to sit and listen to an audio reinforcing the message.

And of course, as they’re audio files you can listen to them on the go!

So while the audio files aren’t essential to the training course, they’re a great bonus if you want to get the most from it.

Testimonials

One thing I’ve always been wary about when it comes to online courses is testimonials. Anyone can edit them, or even make them up themselves.

And if there’s no time stamp on them, it’s possible they were all created at the same time when a site first started.

Indeed, this seems to be the case with many dog training products you can find on the internet now.

This is another area where The Online Dog Trainer has a distinguishing feature. The site uses 3rd party software for testimonials and comments. This lets the users add testimonials straight to the site without anyone else being able to edit them.

This means you can be sure the testimonials are genuine, written by real people. And you can see the dates they were added, so you can see that users are adding more real ones all the time.

Remember these are real people like you adding them, completely independent from the site. The testimonials speak for themselves. In fact, they are effectively real reviews of the site. The video below shows a real testimonial:

Doggy Dan himself

Dan is an experienced dog trainer who has a lot of personality and character. Few, if any, other dog training sites can match this.

He has a clear love for dogs and this, plus his energy, come across vividly in all the training videos.

This makes a real difference. You can see the dogs respect and bond with Dan, which is testimony to the effectiveness of his gentle approach.

Dan’s method of training concentrates on understanding dogs. Once you understand your dog, you can then win their trust. And then they respond to your training. This is a far better method of training than using fear and intimidation, or excessive treats.

Dog behavioral issues addressed

When dogs have behavioral issues, it’s vital you treat the cause of the problems rather than the symptoms. Doggy Dan always stresses the importance of this throughout the site.

When you take this approach, it makes sure you fix the underlying issues. This then stops more problems arising further down the line.

The method Doggy Dan uses is to teach you to become the pack leader using his 5 Golden Rules. There is a special section of the site dedicated to this.

Once a dog owner has achieved this, they’re then encouraged to go to the appropriate section for their own dog’s issues. Here they’re able to watch videos showing how to fix these issues. The videos provide explanations of why these particular issues occur. Then the training helps you to solve the problems with true understanding of what you’re doing.

Many other dog training sites use a more scatter gun type approach which can feel like it’s just trial and error. Dan’s approach is much more organised and logical and will lead to faster and more effective results.

Here’s a list of some of just some of the issues the videos on the site address:

Aggression (To People, Dogs, Other Animals And/Or Objects)

Barking Around Your Property

Barking At Your Door

Barking To Get Your Attention

Barking When You’re In The Car

Barking While Out Walking

Barking When Left Alone

Dogs Running Away

Fears and Phobias

Hyperactivity

Jumping On The Furniture

Jumping Up At People

Not Coming When Called

Obsessions

Pulling On The Leash

Separation Anxiety

Exceptional $1 trial

The Online Dog Trainer currently has a $1 trial that gives you full access to the entire site for 3 days. This includes access to more than 250 videos, all the audio files and the notes.

This really is a quite exceptional offer. I mean, what more could you want? You can try out the full site for a measly dollar and if you don’t like it you can simply cancel. You won’t be billed any more than the $1.

So basically you can try the site in its entirety before buying. This is a very generous offer and not something you can find at the other dog training sites.

What it costs

If you like the site and find it valuable (as I’m sure you will), after the 3 day trial you pay just $37 a month for as long as you want to stay a member.

I feel this is worth every cent when you look at what you’re getting for your money – a great solution to your dog training issues. It’s true that you may be able to find other dog training sites for a few dollars less. Most of these will probably only leave you feeling even more confused though. You’ll find that they may help you when it comes to teaching your dog some commands, but they won’t help with other behavioral issues. This is because they only treat the symptoms of the behavior not the underlying causes.

This is totally different with The Online Dog Trainer. The site is focussed on helping you to really understand your dog and the reasons for their behavior. This means you can then solve just about all your dog’s behavioral problems simply and effectively.

I’ve also done some research into the costs of getting a real dog trainer to visit your house. A top dog trainer will cost you about $300 per visit. And that’s only for a few hours of course.

With The Online Dog Trainer you get Doggy Dan, and his unique methods that are proven to work, in your house any time you need him.

Money back guarantee

One more good reason for trying out Doggy Dan’s Online Dog Trainer is that you really do have nothing to lose – Dan offers a 60 day money back guarantee. So you can have complete confidence in what you’re buying, and if for some reason it doesn’t meet your needs you can get your money back in full.

Online Dog Trainer Review – final thoughts

This incredible dog training resource is endorsed by the New Zealand SPCA. It has more than 250 videos and the man himself, Doggy Dan, answers your questions in the forum.

In addition, there’s also Project Moses where you can see a puppy being fully trained from 8 weeks old, and a whole section of the side dedicated to how to become the pack leader.

What’s more, no aggressive or intimidating training methods are used and every type of dog behavioral issue is addressed.

When you take all this into account, you’ve got a complete, one-stop dog training solution. And it’s available 24/7, anywhere you are via computer or mobile device.

So in summary, Doggy Dan’s Online Dog Trainer is the best quality, and also the best value, video dog training site available and I have no hesitation in fully recommending it. You can find out more information by clicking the link below: